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As things are returning to normal post-COVID pandemic, we still want to offer the community heart-healthy activities that can be done safely with the entire family, with physical distancing in place.
During the summer of 2020, we started the Fort HealthCare Virtual 5K Series! This free series included several different “races” that were held one time per month during different seasons. Participants completed a “virtual 5k”—meaning, they walked or ran 3.1 miles on a course that they chose or completed by treadmill. Once completed, they submitted their time and were put on a virtual leaderboard that tracked their overall place compared to all participants.
What is a virtual race?
A virtual race is a race that you can do anywhere, and it does not have a specific starting time or starting place. You can choose the day, time, and even the route you want to take. As the event dates draw nearer, we will be sharing more details and even route suggestions for participants to consider trying.
FHC Virtual 5k Series – Winter 2024-2025
Winter 2024-2025 Virtual 5k FAQs
The Winter 2024-2025 Mid-Month Virtual 5k Series will begin in October 2024 and finish in February 2025. A total of five FREE virtual races will be offered.
You can register for the races HERE.
The race dates are:
- October Mid-Month 5k (October 10-20) Registration page HERE
- November Mid-Month 5k (November 10-20) Registration page HERE
- December Mid-Month 5k (December 10-20) Registration page HERE
- January Mid-Month 5k (January 10-20) Registration page HERE
- February Mid-Month 5k (February 10-20) Registration page HERE
Once registered, participants can select a day, time and route to run during the race timeline and complete their 3.1 miles. Once completed, they are encouraged to submit proof of completion to us via email, and their time will be recorded.
Do I run or walk the 5K distance?
Anyone is invited to participate in this event and all fitness levels are welcome! You don’t need to be a regular runner to do this – you can jog or walk the distances, too. Families and friends as well as individuals are encouraged to participate in the fun.
About a 5K
A 5K is 3.1 miles. We do ask (to be fair to all participants) that you complete the total distance in the same outing. If you have a fitness tracking device, such as a FitBit, Apple Watch, or an app on your smartphone, you may be able to see the distance of your walk or run while you are doing it. Another great option is to find a route using MapMyRun online to find your perfect 5K course.
Race Routes
Choosing your own route can be fun! If you have a fitness tracking device, such as a FitBit, Apple Watch, or an app on your smartphone, you may be able to see the distance of your walk or run while you are doing it. Another great option is to find a route using MapMyRun online to find your perfect 5K course. A virtual event can literally be done anywhere!
To make planning your run even easier, we have put together some suggested routes for you to consider, depending on the community you live in or choose to explore during the race.
Registration Information
Participants are encouraged to register in as many races as they’d like to during the series. More information and instructions about how to participate in the event can be found on each individual race’s registration page. There are even optional race bibs you can print out on the different race registration pages!
Racers’ times will be documented on a virtual leaderboard after proof of completion and time is submitted. You can record your time using a stopwatch, phone, or personal health tracking device.
To be eligible for prizes and for leaderboard recognition, participants are encouraged to take a photo of their tracking device’s results, submit the route taken, and the time completed as email attachments and send them to Wellness.Advisor@forthc.com during the event’s timeframe.
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For Our Community
The Virtual 5k Series helps support our Mission, which is to improve the health and well-being of our community, with a Vision to be the healthiest community in Wisconsin. By offering opportunities such as the Virtual 5k Series, individuals are invited to participate in healthful activities, helping themselves and others see how their personal health affects the overall population’s health as a community; doing so helps continue to move the dial forward toward being the healthiest community in Wisconsin.